Institute for Medicaid Innovation

Midwifery Learning Collaborative

A 3-year learning collaborative for state-based teams looking to develop sustainable initiatives to advance midwifery-led care for the Medicaid population in Kentucky.

Background

Attention by public health professionals, managed care entities, and advocates of midwifery have gained momentum in recent years. Despite this attention, access to midwifery-led care continues to encounter constraints. In 2018, the Institute for Medicaid Innovation (IMI) launched an intensive, 3-year learning collaborative, aligning key stakeholders to accomplish changes to a fragmented system and aim for a collaborative approach to addressing challenges specific to Kentucky.

Goals of the Kentucky Midwifery Learning Collaborative

Structured discussion on key topics such as payment reform, modernization of policies, credentialing, licensure, etc.
Identify key concepts that are critical for advancing midwifery-led care for the Medicaid population in Kentucky
Delve into learning opportunities, strategic planning, and capacity building
Explore the development and implementation of models into state, organization, and/or clinical practice settings
Stakeholder engagement with each other in partnership to identify opportunities and problem solve to provide access to midwifery care

Say something here about: Access to information about midwives, connecting to midwifery practices, engaging with the midwifery community

Kentucky's Midwifery Learning Collaborative has made a tremendous impact thanks to the help of members and key stakeholders who support midwifery in Kentucky. The core of our work lies in the continuous passion and dedication we bring to the range of projects. Please join us by supporting our efforts to make a meaningful difference in the lives of Kentuckians.

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